What are the responsibilities and job description for the Frontlines Videographer/Editor position at Turning Point USA?
Position Title: Frontlines Videographer/Editor
Employment: Part-Time (20 hours)
Travel: 10%
Salary: Hourly rate based on experience
Start Date: ASAP
ABOUT TURNING POINT USA:
Turning Point USA is a 501(c)(3) grassroots nonprofit organization dedicated to educating students about the importance of fiscal responsibility, free markets, and limited government. With a presence on over 3,000 college campuses in all fifty states, Turning Point USA is one of the largest youth organizations in the country. Our primary focus is to identify, educate, train, and empower student activists to stand up for their values on all high school and college campuses.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
FRONTLINES is seeking a highly skilled and adaptable part-time Videographer/Editor to play a crucial role in our news coverage, helping our reporters capture and produce compelling content that informs and engages audiences nationwide. Our videos frequently go viral on social media and are regularly featured by major news outlets, making this an exciting opportunity for a creative and driven media professional In this role, you will be responsible for filming and editing high-quality content for the FRONTLINES White House/DC Correspondent, ensuring timely and impactful reporting across Frontlines and TPUSA platforms. You will work extensively within the White House Press area, including the Press Briefing Room, capturing critical moments and delivering polished visual content that shapes public discourse. Staying ahead of national news developments, you will respond swiftly to breaking stories, often under tight deadlines. Additionally, there may be opportunities to serve as a rotating TV Pool camera operator at the White House, further expanding your experience in high-profile political media coverage.
This position requires a proactive, detail-oriented professional with a strong understanding of news production, videography, and social media trends. We encourage you to apply if you thrive in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment and have a passion for political journalism anddigital storytelling.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Capture and edit high-quality news content aligned with the FRONTLINES brand for distribution across multiple platforms, including X (formerly Twitter), Instagram, YouTube, and Rumble.
- Collaborate closely with the FRONTLINES White House Correspondent on story development, upcoming events, and strategic news coverage.
- Travel as needed to film content for other FRONTLINES reporters, ensuring consistent coverage across the organization.
- Generally promoting FRONTLINES and TPUSA content by assisting fellow reporters and contributing to the overall success of the brand.
QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS
- 1-4 years of professional videography and editing experience.
- Proficiency in industry-standard editing software, including Adobe Premiere Pro.
- Strong news judgment and grasp of national news and political topics.
- Ability to work efficiently under tight deadlines and deliver polished, high-quality content.
- Ability to work well in a partnership with the designated White House Correspondent.
- Ability to work nights, holidays, and weekends, often on short notice
- Must be willing to submit a background check process
- A valid driver’s license and safe driving record
All applicants will be subject to a background check and would be required to sign an NDA as a condition of employment.
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